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Pablo Gonzalez, Ashley Lewis, Tobias Wright and Dominique Cecchetti perform "Rootabaga Country." Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 8, 2017
Youth Opera hits all the high notes

Sarasota Youth Opera productions such as “Rootabaga Country” teach valuable skills.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Lakewood Ranch Medical Center |
  • January 27, 2022
ER or Urgent Care?

Know the Difference to Receive Appropriate Care

  • Health
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Violist Jan Gruning talked about how hearing quartets as a youth inspired him to play music professionally.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 1, 2012
Quartet inspires east students

The award-winning Ariel String Quartet inspired student musicians in the East County as part of the Perlman Music Program/Suncoast Jan. 19-25.

  • East County
  • News
Braden River High sophomore forward Austin Myara tallied his first hat trick of the season; helping lead the visiting Pirates to a 5-0 victory over Charlotte in a Class 4A-District 11 match Dec. 8.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 14, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Austin Myara

Braden River High sophomore forward Austin Myara tallied his first hat trick of the season; helping lead the visiting Pirates to a 5-0 victory over Charlotte in a Class 4A-District 11 match Dec. 8. Here is an inside look at this week's Athlete of the Week.

  • East County
  • Sports
Erin and Doug Christy hosted a citrus-themed brunch March 4 at their home for visiting family members. Photo courtesy of Erin Christy
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 8, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 03.09.17

From wedding anniversaries to backyard bashes, we've got the scoop on last week's social happenings.

  • Black Tie
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 12, 2013
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Crosby, Chiles, Cripe attend NOAA fish fry; Arpke 'Tasting Tuscany' in September; Maison Blanche to close for summer

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Stephen Schlabach and his wife Jennifer Schlabach watch the grand finale of the fireworks.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 5, 2025
Fourth of July fireworks light up the Sarasota skies

The public once again had the chance to enjoy fireworks on Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Kathy Lozano and Reuben Rivera check out the 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia that first-time registrant Jim Friedman brought to Ferraris on the Circle on Nov. 1.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • November 3, 2025
Ferraris turn out for final Flight to the North Pole major fundraiser

St. Armands Circle showcased interesting models from fans of the Italian sports car brand at Ferraris on the Circle.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Turtle nesting season begins May 1.
  • By John McGuire |
  • April 12, 2017
Turtle nesting season rules have changed on Longboat Key

Turtle nesting season starts May 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Benjie Brinkofski served in the Army during the Vietnam War. Photo by Jessica Salmond
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 13, 2015
Conversation with Benjie Brinkofski

Benjie Brinkofski is a New Jersey native who moved to Lakewood Ranch in 1998 with his wife and high school sweetheart, Pattie.

  • East County
  • News
Inside the Town Commission Chambers, the town has used signage to ensure members of the public are maintaining at least 6 feet of social distancing. File photo
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 3, 2022
Longboat Key re-establishes COVID-19 precautions at town facilities

Inside town facilities, Longboat Key is requiring masks to be worn in common areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 24, 2025
Longboat PD attributes increase in traffic warnings, tickets to more policing

From 2023 to 2024, the department increased in personnel and, as a result, could heighten patrols of Longboat's streets.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
In memoriam: Remembering the Longboat friends we lost in 2025
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 12, 2025
In memoriam: Remembering the Longboat friends we lost in 2025

Longboat Key remembers the friends and family we lost from April through October.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A rendering shows the interior layout of Project 24 Climbing. Designs are currently being finalized.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 4, 2024
Climbing gym will take Sarasota vertical in 2025

Project 24 Climbing is expected to break ground in August and open in spring 2025, becoming Sarasota's only climbing gym.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 26, 2023
Edwards leaves a lasting legacy at Asolo Rep

During his 18-year-run in Sarasota, Michael Donald Edwards profoundly transformed the Asolo Repertory Company.

  • Arts + Culture
The Manatee County school board held a special meeting on Tuesday to further discuss the details of the timeline and search for a new superintendent. Richard Tatem said good leaders tend to work in different industries, not just education, and wants the candidate pool to be as big as possible.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • June 20, 2025
Superintendent applications open for Manatee County School District

In a special meeting, the school board further discussed its expectations and approved a new timeline.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 15, 2015
Theater review: 'West Side Story'

“West Side Story” and the dance of love and violence

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Maxine Tauber
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 29, 2021
Temple Beth Israel sees blended experiences for Passover 2021

The BIW gift shop reopened, albeit temporarily, to help members who are away from their families.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • June 30, 2010
Film Review: 'Please Give'

As the witty columnist Erma Bombeck once so aptly observed, 'Guilt is the gift that keeps on giving.' Director Nicole Holofcener taps into that ongoing process in her subtly hilarious new film, 'Please Give.'

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 10, 2010
Cafe Galante is an eclectic change of pace

St. Armands Circle has lots of options for al fresco dining. A classic is the casual and eclectic Cafe Galante.

  • Arts + Culture
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